by xpat | Jul 4, 2025 | Dining Out
As a family, we don’t eat nearly enough fish as we should. Yet when it comes to takeaways as a treat, we like a good fish and chip meal. Recently, we took the Thameslink train to Brighton. It was the first time we have EVER been to Brighton by public transport....
by xpat | Jun 14, 2025 | Beauty
Melaninated skin is prone to hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation occurs for various reasons. In my experience, it happened because of acne scarring and sometimes as a reaction to harsh skincare. I am not a fan of bleaching products, so I allow the marks to fade...
by xpat | May 23, 2025 | Lifestyle
Whether you’re coasting down country roads or just trying to carve out a moment of calm on your daily commute, music has a powerful way of shifting gears in our minds. Private Plates supplier Regtransfers has curated the “Ultimate Relaxing Driving” playlist on...
by xpat | May 23, 2025 | Beauty
In my 20s, I had monthly manicures. These days, short, clipped nails are the order of the day. I’m a 60-second quick-dry nail polish kinda lady on special occasions, which I apply an hour before bed. The downside is that this type of polish chips in a couple of days...
by xpat | May 15, 2025 | Beauty
Chances are if you’re a UK naturalista seeking hair care without harmful ingredients, you’ll have heard of Nylah’s Naturals. From its inception, Nylah’s mission was to create products that cared for and celebrated afro hair down to the roots. So, I was excited to...
by xpat | May 6, 2025 | Beauty
Keeping my skin hydrated as I age is an ongoing challenge, especially in Spring. I suffer badly with hay fever from late winter to early summer. Crap sleep, constant sneezing and runny nose takes a toll on my skin. I do drink water to curb dehydration but good...
